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Corinth

1862
Mississippi
Era
Civil War
Year
1862
Location
Mississippi
Status
Historical record
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The Battle

History & Significance

Corinth was a Civil War engagement fought in Mississippi, 1862. It was a Union victory.

Following the Union victory at Shiloh, the Union armies under Maj. Gen. Henry Halleck advanced on the vital rail center of Corinth. By May 25, 1862, after moving 5 miles in 3 weeks, Halleck was in position to lay siege to the town. The preliminary bombardment began, and Union forces maneuvered for position. On the evening of May 29-30, Confederate commander Gen. P.G.T. Beauregard evacuated Corinth, withdrawing to Tupelo. The Federals had consolidated their position in northern Mississippi.

Result
Union victory
Forces engaged
Department of the Mississippi [US]; Department No. 2 [CS]
Casualties
Unknown
Outcome
Union victory, although the raid ultimately failed.
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When did Corinth take place?
Corinth took place in 1862.
Where was Corinth fought?
Corinth was fought in Mississippi, United States.
What was the significance of Corinth?
Following the Union victory at Shiloh, the Union armies under Maj. Gen. Henry Halleck advanced on the vital rail center of Corinth. By May 25, 1862, after moving 5 miles in 3 weeks, Halleck was in position to lay siege to the town. The preliminary bombardment began, and Union forces maneuvered for p
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Siege and Battle of Corinth
Civil War · 2.1 mi
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